Overview
Gregory M Weiner, MD, is a board certified and fellowship trained cerebrovascular and endovascular neurosurgeon who specializes in the treatment of vascular disorders of the brain and spine including stroke, intercranial hemorrhage, aneurysms, vascular malformations and stenosis of the blood vessels in the brain and neck.|He also provides surgical care for people with facial pain, hemifacial spasms and degenerative cervical and lumbar spine disease.|Dr. Weiner received his medical degree from Tulane University School of Medicine. He completed his residency at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, where he also completed his fellowship in endovascular neurosurgery.|“I’m proud of building the first comprehensive stroke center in NEPA and forming the first brain aneurysm support group of NEPA,” says Dr. Weiner, who won Geisinger’s Top Patient Experience Award two years in a row.|Dr. Weiner — who moved to his wife’s hometown of Scranton after living in California — adds that he enjoys seeing a variety of patients and applying the latest technology to their individualized treatment plans. He also appreciates the personal aspects of practicing medicine.|“I became a doctor so I could treat complex diseases — and support patients and their families as they navigate a difficult experience together,” he says.
Dr. Weiner is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 67 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
950 East Mountain Boulevard, Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
300 Lackawanna Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Geisinger Wyoming Valley
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Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center - Neurosurgery
Dr. Schirmer is board certified in neurological surgery and is fellowship trained in interventional neuroradiology and endovascular neurosurgery. He holds subspecialty certificates for neuroendovascular surgery and neurocritical care. His clinical interests include care and management of patients with acute ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke; intracranial aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations; carotid, vertebral and intracranial atherosclerosis and stenosis; and spinal vascular malformations. He specializes in endovascular flow diversion techniques, skull base surgeries and minimally invasive craniotomy techniques. He earned his medical degree at the Medizinische Fakultät at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München in Germany. Dr. Schirmer completed his residency and fellowships at Tufts University, New England Medical Center and Harvard Medical School Teaching Hospitals in Boston.|Video: more from Dr. Clemens Schirmer, M.D., PhD. Dr. Schirmer is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
Geisinger Wyoming Valley
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Gregory M. Weiner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory M. Weiner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gregory M. Weiner by calling their office at 800-275-6401. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gregory M. Weiner a top-rated expert for Brain Aneurysm?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gregory M. Weiner is classified as an Distinguished expert for Brain Aneurysm, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Gregory M. Weiner specialize in?
While Dr. Gregory M. Weiner is a Neurosurgery, they have specific expertise in Brain Aneurysm, Stroke, and Thrombectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurosurgery.
Does Dr. Gregory M. Weiner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gregory M. Weiner has published 67 articles and abstracts on conditions like Brain Aneurysm. You can view a list of Dr. Gregory M. Weiner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gregory M. Weiner accept my insurance?
Dr. Gregory M. Weiner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 800-275-6401 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Brain AneurysmDr. Weiner isDistinguished. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Advanced
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Weiner isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- StrokeDr. Weiner isAdvanced. Learn about Stroke.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Weiner isAdvanced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- Subdural HematomaDr. Weiner isAdvanced. Learn about Subdural Hematoma.
- ThrombectomyDr. Weiner isAdvanced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Weiner isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Weiner isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Weiner isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cerebellum Agenesis HydrocephalyDr. Weiner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Weiner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Weiner isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.